You're invited to an extra NASW San Jose Unit meeting on Friday, February 29th at KidScope at 828 South Bascom Avenue, Suite 100 in the back conference room at 6pm.

This will be one week before Lobby Days weekend, so please come and speak with representatives of the Lobby Days Committee about all of the details for the weekend!

If you are a student and haven't registered for Lobby Days yet, do it now!  The registration deadline is February 18th!

If you are a professional who wants to support students who are going to Lobby Days, please come the San Jose Unit meeting to show your support!

Check out the registration page for all of the details:

http://guest.cvent.com/EVENTS/Info/Summary.aspx?e=8d820ba2-bf9a-48b4-8836-33514562d58b

See you on Feb. 29th!

Jenn Tan
NASW CA - SJSU Student Liaison, 2007-2008

Sunday & Monday, March 9 & 10, 2008
The Radisson Hotel & State Capitol, Sacramento

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What is Legislative Lobby Days?

Legislative Lobby Days is a two-day event that educates students and professionals alike about important legislation affecting clients and the social work profession.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about the legislative process and get a "hands-on" lobbying experience of talking with State Legislators about important issues.

Reasons to Attend:

• Discover the legislative process and how to lobby Legislators.

• Learn about important legislation that affects social workers and the clients you serve.

• Find out how all social workers, students, clinicians, organizers, and managers can have an impact on state policy.

• Meet Legislators, their staff and other important political contacts in Sacramento.

• Network with other social workers and "stand up for others" on important social issues!

Event Details:

Audience:
BSW and MSW Students, Social Work Professors, and Social Workers in All Fields.

Purpose:
To provide a "hands-on" opportunity to better understand how social policy affects social work practice and how social workers can impact the legislative process.

Format:
This is a two-day event, which takes place on Sunday and Monday.
      Sunday, March 9th, learn the basics of lobbying and prepare for legislative appointments.
            Monday, March 10th, attend a rally and meet with Legislators at the State Capitol.